Throwing DrillsGrip: The 4-seam fastball grip should be used. Index, middle, and ring finger across the seam thumb directly underneath

Ten Toes:Have each person face each other with glove in front of their face and make sure all 10 toes are facing the other person

SHAK:An acronym for proper glove side alignment: shoulder, hip, ankle, knee. The “SHAK” side of your body should be facing target. Video Sample

Wrist Flips: Players stand 5-7 feet apart. Four-seam grip with elbow at shoulder height extended in front of body. Glove under elbow for support. Ball is flipped to partner with emphasis on rotation and follow through. Done daily, each player should aim for 5 perfect flips.

Controlled Catch:Two lines, one throwing (directional side to target, ball in glove), one line receiving (gunfighter position). On command, (thumb to thigh knuckles to sky, glove spin throw) players from throwing side throw to receiving side.

Catch, Step, Throw:Throwing line and receiving side in gunfighter position. Throwing side steps to target lining up directional side and does thumb to thigh, knuckles to sky (arm action) at same time. On command of Throw, player throws ball. Receiving line positions body to receive ball, once received, player immediately steps in line to target and performs proper arm action. Once player has fundamentals correct, put it all together.

Fielding DrillsGround Balls on Knees:Roll ball back and forth to control with two hands with glove.

Ground Balls Standing:Standing with partner close together roll ball back and forth for control. OFFENSE

Stride Position:Stride: Step to pitcher, front toe still pointing to home plate, weight is at a 50/50.Slow Motion Swings: Any new mechanical idea or adjustment should be executed correctly in a slow motion dry swing so that the hitter can feel the proper movement.Standard Tee-work:Emphasis on stride alignment and not over stepping the ball and tee.

Team DrillsBaseball Rules: Review everything including positions, base rules, running the bases, a force out, and game situations.